Unit Award Scheme

71682 NATIVE BREEDS OF CATTLE IN THE BRITISH ISLES

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have

Evidence needed

shown knowledge of

1the names of at least six native cattle breeds of the British Isles, indicating on a map where the breed originatedStudent completed work
2the origins of at least four native cattle breeds and how each breed has influenced modern cattle breeding todayStudent completed work

demonstrated the ability to

3produce a chart showing the breed standards of at least four cattle breeds indicating colour, mature weight, age of maturity and breed characteristics as described by the breed society standardsStudent completed work
4use the Internet as a research tool for up to date and accurate information gathering about native breeds of cattle in the British IslesSummary sheet
5find a photograph or produce a drawing of six native cattle breeds and indicate two different parts of the animal on each pictureStudent completed work
6show where the major cuts of meat are found on a diagram of a cattle carcass.Student completed work

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 26 January 2005Level - Entry Level